Tweet #futureGCstudent with the name of the Georgian program you want to take for a chance to win $2,000 toward your first-year tuition! Click on the Twitter icon below to get started and view the full contest rules

Aviation Management (Co-op) Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Co-op

What is Aviation Management (Co-op)?

This program is designed to give students knowledge and hands-on experience in Aviation and Management as well as provide co-operative work experience in the Aviation industry. A variety of aviation courses provide students with a solid understanding of the aviation industry in Canada and around the world. Students are given the opportunity to pass the examination to receive their Restricted Aeronautical Radio Operation License. Management courses are designed to give students an understanding of management practices and procedures in order to be prepared for future promotional opportunities.

Reach for the sky, explore Aviation Management at Georgian College

We provide in-depth classroom sessions studying the aviation industry and specifically, aviation business management. Your aviation industry co-op experience will give you the real-world experience you need to land a great career.

Dedicated faculty, many who come from the aviation industry, coupled with your work experiences, will assist you in landing a great careerin aviation in Canada or abroad.

Our grads get jobs! Some of our grad employers are NAV CANADA, Lester B. Pearson Airport, Air Georgian, Transport Canada, the Ministry of Natural Resources and other aviation-related organizations.

Want to further your studies?

Georgian’s Aviation Management graduates qualify for direct entry into the Griffith University Master’s degree in Aviation Management. The Master’s program can be taken online or at the Griffith campus in Brisbane, Australia.

There are also articulation agreements with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Davenport University, University of Lethbridge and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Learn more on our articulations and transfers page.

This program is designed to give students knowledge and hands-on experience in Aviation and Management as well as provide co-operative work experience in the Aviation industry. A variety of aviation courses provide students with a solid understanding of the aviation industry in Canada and around the world. Students are given the opportunity to pass the examination to receive their Restricted Aeronautical Radio Operation License. Management courses are designed to give students an understanding of management practices and procedures in order to be prepared for future promotional opportunities.

Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of all Co-op programs at Georgian College; it has been designed as a process by which students integrate their academic education with work experience related to their programs of study. This integration affects much more than simply earning a salary, including the adjustment to the work environment and the development of professionalism. It also reinforces skills and theory learned during academic semesters, develops professional contacts, job knowledge and career path, improves human relations and communication skills, and promotes personal maturity and financial independence.

Students are requested to register, attend and participate in their scheduled co-operative education classes. These classes are scheduled for all first year students and are expected to be completed in order for students to proceed successfully to their first co-op work experiences. To ensure students are eligible to proceed onto any co-op work experience, students should refer to Promotional Status and Eligibility for Co-op as outlined in the College Calendar. Co-op policies and procedures can be located on our website: www.georgiancollege.ca/student-services/co-op-and-career-services/students-tab/

Georgian College follows the Co-operative Education guidelines set out by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) and Education at Work Ontario (EWO) by supporting the learning outcomes designed for the program specific graduate profile and curriculum as set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year, and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester unless otherwise stated on the course outline.

General Education Courses

Co-op Work Terms

International and Landed immigrant applicants to the Aviation Management Program should be aware that the ability to obtain a valid security clearance is a condition of employment (Co-op or Graduate) with some international airports in Canada and is definitely a requirement for employment (Co-op or Graduate) at the Greater Toronto Airport Authority.

Students who have resided or worked outside of Canada within the last five years may have difficulty meeting Transport Canada's information standards. Unfortunately, due to security requirements, the Greater Toronto Airport Authority, airline and airside tenants, Transport Canada, Nav Canada, the Department of National Defense, and many international airports across Canada may not consider applicants from International Students and Landed Immigrants who have resided or worked outside of Canada within

the last five years. The foregoing is for your information only. Students should follow up with any prospective employer to determine their own candidacy.

Other Program Information:

Past and concurrent flight training will be recognized and course exemptions will be considered based on previous education and work experience. Georgian College has made special arrangements with a local flight training facility for FLIGHTLAB at a reduced rate. These costs are over and above student tuition fees.

College scheduled Field Trips are a mandatory component of the Aviation Management program and must be attended by the student.

Alumni

Julien F. Carron

The program at Georgian allowed for me to understand common aviation practices and theories that relate to the industry, but also a practical component that allowed me to apply the classroom knowledge to a pragmatic environment where theories and practices could be turned into realities. Read more...

Derrick Todd

Derrick is the Aviation Management Program Co-ordinator and has been teaching at Georgian since 2007. He started his career as an Avionics Technician with Canadian Airlines, but with time and training became an Aircraft Technical Instructor. Altogether, he has almost 30 years’ experience in the aviation industry. Read more...

Wade Hoople

Wade has been an Aviation Management professor at Georgian College since 1998. Wade has 19 years’ experience with Northwest Airlines which is now part of the Delta Airlines empire. He began working with Northwest as a customer service agent and took on increasingly responsible roles including trainer and manager. He was promoted to manager of customer service at Los Angeles International Airport and was responsible for Northwest operations, as well as 15 contract carriers. Read more...

New flight simulator lands at Barrie Campus

A Beechcraft flight simulator will soon be installed at the Barrie Campus for students of Georgian’s Aviation Management program. The simulator will operate using Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 10. Students value the opportunity to gain and practice skills in their Navigation and Navigation Aids course. Read more...

Julien F. Carron

The program at Georgian allowed for me to understand common aviation practices and theories that relate to the industry, but also a practical component that allowed me to apply the classroom knowledge to a pragmatic environment where theories and practices could be turned into realities. Read more...

Laura Keenan

Executive, Charter Sales, Skyservice Business Aviation Inc.

Program:

Aviation Management

Year:

2003

My role in charter sales involves working with clients, many of them corporate executives and industry leaders looking for convenient travel and access to remote airports. It’s a really interesting environment and I love that every day is different. Read more...

Chris Wood

General Manager, Region of Waterloo International Airport

The Georgian College Aviation Management program allows a new graduate to get into an entry-level position and continue to learn about this fascinating industry, and make important contacts. The co-op portion of the program allows you to choose the direction you would like to take your career in. Read more...

Brock Besley

First Officer, Air Canada

Program:

Aviation Management

Year:

2008

I fly the Boeing 767 for Air Canada Rouge. As the first officer, my primary job is to assist the pilot in command on daily duties from flight planning to daily flight operations. Air Canada is the largest airline in Canada, and I am so lucky to just be able to come to work and do what I love. Read more...

Allison Couch

Aerodrome Conformance Specialist, Ornge

Program:

Aviation Management

Year:

2012

People thinking about enrolling should know it’s not just a program for pilots; it’s a program for every role in aviation. I’d encourage students to get involved and make the most out of your time at college. Read more...

Michael Barfoot

Manager, Regulatory Affairs – Flight Operations, Air Canada

Program:

Aviation Management

Year:

2005

Georgian gave me the big picture of how the industry works. You learn about so many aspects of aviation and how those pieces fit together. Out of the three year program, one full year – three terms – is devoted to workplace training. Read more...

Aaron Putnins

Falcon Environmental Services

Program:

Aviation Management

Aaron, a graduate of Georgian's Aviation Management program, works for Falcon Environmental Services, a wildlife control company based at Toronto's Pearson International Airport. His job is to keep aircraft and wildlife safe from each other, which he does with the aid of a specially trained hawk. Read more...

Students benefit from airport simulation software

The software is fast becoming an essential tool used by airport planners world-wide. It simulates the parking and movement of all types of aircraft at airports, with a complete toolset (e.g., simulation) to engage in airside planning.

Georgian is the only Canadian postsecondary institution that has a license to train students on the software. As part of an airport planning course, the software is currently being used to assist students in understanding safety clearances and aircraft characteristics related to airport operations.

The software is also allowing them to gain a keen sense of parking arrangements for various aircraft servicing equipment around an aircraft positioned on an airbridge or in a parking position.

New flight simulator lands at Barrie Campus

A Beechcraft flight simulator will soon be installed at the Barrie Campus for students of Georgian’s Aviation Management program. The simulator will operate using Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 10. Students value the opportunity to gain and practice skills in their Navigation and Navigation Aids course.

In my role, I support a regional director of the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority with a wide variety of tasks and projects. I’ve helped with operational planning, strategic planning, co-ordinating priorities, issues, action plans, performance metrics, activities and other projects as they relate to the mandate of CATSA. I also contribute to decision making and implementation of programs for all airports within the Central Region.

The program at Georgian allowed for me to have an understanding of common aviation practices and theories that relate to the industry, but also a practical component that allowed me to apply the classroom knowledge to a pragmatic environment where theories and practices could be turned into realities.

Skyservice is a business aviation company. We manage, fuel and maintain corporate business aircraft, operate private lounges and, in my department, rent private aircraft out to people looking to get from point A to point B. My role in charter sales involves working with clients, many of them corporate executives and industry leaders looking for convenient travel and access to remote airports. It’s a really interesting environment and I love that every day is different.

The program at Georgian gave me an exceptional foundation to build on once I got into the workforce. I use the information I gained in my flight lab course all the time. I found my coop experiences at the Greater Toronto Airport Authority invaluable. My instructors were from a great cross-section of aviation and had exceptional knowledge of the industry. The network, knowledge and experience I gained made me ready for my career.

Featured Video

Aviation Managment grad Laura Keenan

Chris Wood General Manager, Region of Waterloo International Airport

As the General Manager at the Region of Waterloo International Airport, I am responsible for all day-to-day operations, marketing, human resources, emergency response, construction and development, and a $9-million operations budget.

The Georgian College Aviation Management program allows a new graduate to get into an entry-level position and continue to learn about this fascinating industry, and make important contacts. The co-op portion of the program allows you to “test drive” a couple different companies before you choose the direction you would like to take your career in.

Brock Besley First Officer, Air Canada

Program:

Aviation Management

Year:

2008

I fly the Boeing 767 for Air Canada Rouge. As the first officer, my primary job is to assist the pilot in command on daily duties from flight planning to daily flight operations. Air Canada is the largest airline in Canada, and I am so lucky to just be able to come to work and do what I love.

For years, I was constantly working towards more licenses to further my career as a pilot. Georgian gave me a foundation of knowledge about many different areas of aviation – some I didn’t even know were integral to airline operation – like dispatching, crew scheduling and cargo operations. They say it takes 100 people to make one airplane fly, and that’s what Georgian taught me.

In my three work placements, I was able to get experience in field I wanted so that when I actually got my first job, I was able to hit the ground running. I started by flying a float plane, then flew cargo, then flew passengers before coming to Air Canada.

Featured Video

Aviation Management grad Brock Besley

Allison Couch Aerodrome Conformance Specialist, Ornge

Program:

Aviation Management

Year:

2012

Ornge is an air ambulance services provider in Ontario. I hold a position of responsibility to oversee compliance to aerodrome standards and operating procedures. I love my job! Despite it being my first position out of college, it has responsibility and is preparing me for further career growth. Georgian has prepared me well for this position.

I’d definitely recommend this program. The program includes compulsory co-op work terms. I was fortunate to have secured three diverse co-op terms with Emirates Airlines, Transport Canada and Pratt & Whitney Canada where I learned so much about the aviation industry and the business skills needed to be successful. The Instructors were very helpful, from assisting with co-op placements to helping with course material. I also used library services for resume building.

People thinking about enrolling should know it’s not just a program for pilots; it’s a program for every role in aviation. I’d encourage students to get involved and make the most out of your time at college. I was a cheerleader on the Georgian Grizzlies dance team and the Vice-President of the Canadian Aviation Students Organization at Georgian, which gave me a positive experience at Georgian that I will never forget.

Featured Video

Aviation Management grad Allison Couch

Flight operations is responsible for every aspect of the actual flying of planes at Air Canada, including pilot training, developing standard operating procedures and scheduling. Aviation is a highly regulated industry, and my job is to liaise with regulators in different countries to make sure that we’re following the rules. The thing I love most about my role is that I get to work with people all over the world. It’s a challenge, but a rewarding one.

Georgian gave me the big picture of how the industry works. You learn about so many aspects of aviation and how those pieces fit together. Out of the three year program, one full year – three terms – is devoted to workplace training. You get a job in the industry, spend four months there, and then go back to school to build your knowledge. It’s the combination of real-world experience, networking, and foundational learning from class that I loved about this program.

If you’re excited about aviation or airplanes, this program is relevant. It’s a business program where you gain skills transferable to any industry, with an aviation focus.

Featured Video

Aviation grad Michael Barfoot

Aaron Putnins Falcon Environmental Services

Program:

Aviation Management

Aaron never expected to find a career that combines the two things in life he loves most – the aviation industry and wildlife.

Aaron, a graduate of Georgian’s Aviation Management program, works for Falcon Environmental Services, a wildlife control company based at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. His job is to keep aircraft and wildlife safe from each other, which he does with the aid of a specially trained hawk.

Having studied the operational side of airport management, Aaron knows the serious impact wildlife can have on an active airfield.

Derrick Todd

Derrick is the Aviation Management Program Co-ordinator and has been teaching at Georgian since 2007. He started his career as an Avionics Technician with Canadian Airlines but, with time and training, became an Aircraft Technical Instructor. He is licensed to teach on 12 commercial aircraft including Boeing B737, B767, B747, B777 and Airbus 310, 320, 330 and 340. Altogether, he has almost 30 years’ experience in the aviation industry.

He is known as the “airplane guy” and teaches specific courses related to navigation, A/C characteristics, aerodynamics, aviation orientation, human factors, safety, and emergency management systems.

Derrick also holds an Aircraft maintenance engineers license and a commercial pilots license. He owns a Transport Canada-approved business that continues to provide training to airlines across the country. Derrick completed diplomas in aviation avionics, electronic engineering technology, and adult education. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (hons.) and a Master of Aviation Management — with a thesis in human factors in Canadian aviation.

Wade Hoople

Wade has been an Aviation Management professor at Georgian College since 1998. Wade has 19 years’ experience with Northwest Airlines which is now part of the Delta Airlines empire. He began working with Northwest as a customer service agent and took on increasingly responsible roles including trainer and manager. He was promoted to manager of customer service at Los Angeles International Airport and was responsible for Northwest operations, as well as 15 contract carriers.

It’s no wonder Wade is considered the “airline guy” in Georgian’s Aviation Management program. His areas of specialty and interest are research and airline practices, procedures and events. In addition to airline-specific courses, Wade also teaches aviation-related procedures in operations, government regulations, the major aviation organizations, air cargo as well as supervisory and management principles.

Wade’s education includes 26 Master’s courses in three programs. He also has a Bachelor of Education, a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Diploma in Business Administration – Administrative Management.

Twitter 22h @georgiancollege The fall semester begins in less than two months! Do you have any questions for us?